This isn't just a normal preseason game for the Packers. It's different because Aaron Rodgers is expected to see action. He hasn't played in preseason since 2014. But Mike McCarthy needs to get Rodgers in sync with his many new receivers, including tight end Jimmy Graham.

Meanwhile, Ben Roethlisberger is out for the Steelers. He's in concussion protocol.

Even if Rodgers plays only one or two series, he's very live to put up points against a vanilla Steelers defense that won't be playing all of their starters.

Green Bay holds an edge in backup quarterbacks. The Packers' backup QB's combined for 356 passing yards in a 31-17 home win against the Titans last week. Brett Hundley and DeShone Kizer are wagering a spirited battle for the No. 2 spot behind Rodgers. They both received plenty of NFL experience last season in starting roles.

Pittsburgh backup quarterbacks Mason Rudolph and Joshua Dobbs have never taken a snap in a real NFL game. Landry Jones, last year's backup, is a stiff and in danger of being cut.

The Packers have home-field and Steelers coach Mike Tomlin doesn't have a strong history in preseason. Pittsburgh is 7-15 SU and ATS the past five years during preseason.